American Goldfinch

American Goldfinch on Sunflower

American Goldfinch on Sunflower

Once our sunflowers peak, they are quickly dismantled by these clever little finches.  According to The Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the American Goldfinch is a strict vegetarian and thrives on a seed-only diet.  These finches also enjoy the seeds from the purple cone flowers in our garden.

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